The 2004 ISF Men's World Championship was an international

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tournament. The final was held in

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on 2 September

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. It was the 11th time the World Championship took place. Fifteen nations competed, including defending champions

. In the end, New Zealand won their third consecutive World Cup, over a win against runner-up

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.New Zealand three-peats at Men's World Championship

First round

Group A

Group B

Play Offs

Final

Final standings

External links

Final standings

References

{{Men's Softball World Championship ISF Men's World Championship 2004 ISF Men's World Championship 2000s in Christchurch 2004 in New Zealand sport Men's Softball World Championship Sports competitions in Christchurch September 2004 sports events in New Zealand